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OG&E Linemen Compete In Skills Contest
It’s a job most of us don’t appreciate until we need them and when we need them, it sure feels good to see the big orange trucks. “People are frustrated with the situation, but they know that we are there to help,” said OG&E lineman Austin Berg.
Last chance for dream home bonus prize while supporting St. Jude's lifesaving mission
EDMOND, OKLA. (KOKH) — St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a place where many have found their calling as its mission stretches across the globe. Dr. Gabriela Maron, who works in the Infectious Diseases Department said, "El Salvador was one of the first sites that St. Jude worked with in Latin America so because of that, because St. Jude shares all of its findings with other places, there was a lot of awareness, there was a lot of contribution between the hospital where I trained and St. Jude."
Biden administration gives up on Texas border suit, ordered to finish wall
(The Center Square) – Texas has won another lawsuit against the Biden administration, this time one that requires it to finish building the border wall. The ruling was issued May 29, with a 60-day window for appeal. Because the Biden administration didn’t appeal by July 29, the court’s order remains in full effect. The ruling covers two consolidated lawsuits, one filed by the Texas General Land Office under its former...
Oklahoma’s tax-free weekend gearing up to be busiest weekend for clothing stores
NORMAN, Okla. — Tax-free weekend is upon us, and businesses are getting ready to see customers coming in droves to buy jeans, backpacks and shoes for the upcoming school year. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. "It's crazy busy. It's a lot fun,” said Ella...
This company promised to improve health care in Oklahoma jails. Patients in its care have died
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Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs sees success with music therapy program
TECUMSEH, Oklahoma (KOCO) — The Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs said they’ve seen great success with their musical therapy program and have expanded to three new cities with new therapists. “A music therapist might give them a drum, and say, ‘think about the way your week has gone,...
4 Oklahoma tribes receive federal funding for housing needs
The funds will be used for new and existing housing projects across the four reservations. Wichita citizen and Executive Director of the Wichita Housing Authority Jesse Jones said the grant “means a lot,” due to his tribe's small size. According to him, it’s a testimony to the difference they’re making for Indigenous families.
Application deadline for FEMA assistance is August 14
OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahomans affected by the May 19-28 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding have until August 14 to apply for FEMA assistance. The deadline is for residents of Blaine, Caddo, Custer, Delaware, Jackson, Mayes, Muskogee and Rogers counties. Those affected by the storms should apply as...
Oklahoma Historical Society Seeks Nominations for Annual Awards Program
OKLAHOMA CITY—The Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is now accepting nominations for its annual awards program. The recipients will be honored at the OHS Awards Banquet, which will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Oklahoma History Center in Oklahoma City. The OHS is seeking nominations for the...
Ceremonial Bill Signing of Mason Treat Act
Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat, R-Oklahoma City, today issued the following statement after participating in a ceremonial bill signing at the Oklahoma Capitol with Governor Kevin Stitt. The signing ceremony was attended by state legislators, community leaders and advocates who have supported the initiative from its inception. The ceremony also...